Master of Architecture (Professional)

This programme is the final step in becoming a fully registered architect. In this programme you explore at a postgraduate level what it takes to create architectural works of merit and value, and learn to incorporate innovative design research into your architecture practice. Develop the ability to promote sustainable and ethical approaches, and collaborate effectively with different disciplines on architectural design projects. You'll also further your ability to critically reflect on your own work and that of others.

Highlights

• Leads to industry registration: together with the Bachelor of Architectural Studies, it forms a five-year package that prepares you to become a registered architect.
• A lively, engaging and challenging architecture programme.
• Focus on advanced knowledge of architectural and urban design issues in New Zealand.
• Compulsory work experience of 480 hours over two years, giving you an essential insight into contemporary architectural practices.
• Includes a major research project on an area of your interest.
• Accredited by the New Zealand Institute of Architects, New Zealand Registered Architects Board and the Commonwealth Association of Architects.
• Experienced lecturers, currently practicing part-time staff and visiting experts from New Zealand and overseas.
• A wide range of elective courses that cover topics like architecture in the Pacific, urban housing design, climate-responsive architecture, high-performance cladding, digital fabrication and design economics.
• Choose to take up the new elective course "Designing with Low Carbon Materials Elective (ARCH8624)". This course explores the environmental credentials, material properties and design implications of low carbon building materials.